According to a Malay Mail report on May 15, 2025, the Kedah state government in Malaysia announced that it will no longer issue licenses for the sale of vape and vaping products, and plans to implement a complete ban on vape products by 2026. This move is regarded as a key step to strengthen efforts against drug abuse.
Malaysian Government Concern Over Drug Abuse Using Vape Devices
Dato’ Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor, the Menteri Besar of Kedah, confirmed this decision after the state administrative council meeting. He pointed out that some criminals are using vape devices for illegal consumption of synthetic drugs, making vape devices a new means of drug abuse.
Sanusi stated, “These drugs can be inhaled through vaping devices and have become a new form of drug abuse. Restricting vape sales is one of our methods to combat the drug problem.”
Gradual Implementation of Policy to Avoid Legal Risks
Although the Kedah state government decided to stop issuing new sales licenses, it has not immediately imposed a full ban. According to the current arrangement, the policy will be gradually implemented, meaning that existing vape sales licenses will not be renewed upon expiration, with a goal to fully ban vape products across all retail channels by 2026.
Sanusi added that the government needs to avoid legal loopholes or lawsuits during policy implementation and thus will adopt a phased enforcement strategy.
Sanusi emphasized, “We cannot hastily implement a full ban to avoid lawsuits caused by legal loopholes. Similar cases have previously appeared in courts.” According to Malay Mail, such legal disputes have occurred in other Malaysian states, so Kedah’s gradual approach is considered more prudent.
Additionally, Kedah will continue to promote anti-drug programs in various districts and strengthen cooperation with local officials, police chiefs, and the National Anti-Drugs Agency (AADK).
Other States Consider Following Malaysia’s Vape Industry Faces Stronger Regulation
Besides Kedah, Perlis state has announced a ban on all vape product sales effective August 1, 2025. States like Malacca and Selangor are also exploring restrictions or tighter regulations. These policy trends indicate that multiple Malaysian states are progressively increasing their regulatory controls over the vape market.
SP2S Official Position
As an international brand committed to providing safer and higher-quality vaping experiences, SP2S strictly complies with local laws and regulations and actively adapts to policy changes. We support efforts to combat illegal misuse within the industry and continue to promote standardization and responsible development.
Since entering the Southeast Asian market, SP2S has established over 100 brand-exclusive stores in Malaysia and Indonesia, with cooperation covering more than 3,000 sales outlets, serving over one million users. We are deeply engaged in local markets, value user needs and experience, and will continue to strengthen communication with governments, retail partners, and end users to jointly build a lawful, compliant, healthy, and sustainable industry ecosystem.
Moving forward, SP2S will closely monitor policy developments in Malaysia and other markets, continuously delivering trusted products and services through technological innovation and compliance.
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